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Painting Surfaces, Canvas, Boards

November 25, 2019 | Bright Light Fine Art | Painting Ideas, Painting Techniques | art classes, Canvas, painting classes, Painting Techniques | 0 Comments

Painting Surfaces, Canvas, Boards

In a conversation between Jackie Kamin and Sherrie McGraw, we find out the different painting surfaces that they prefer. Jackie: Hi Sherrie! Could you tell us what is the best painting surface to work on? Sherrie: Hi Jackie! For smaller sizes, I prefer smooth boards to paint on. My... Read More

Priming Raw Linen Instructions

August 14, 2019 | Bright Light Fine Art | Painting Ideas | Canvas, Instruction on Priming Linen, Sherrie McGraw | 0 Comments

How do I prime a raw linen canvas? This blog will explain priming raw linen and how to oil prime a raw linen canvas. This age-old archival method of priming a canvas for painting in oils creates a smooth surface that far surpasses what is available commercially. If you have a... Read More